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Planning in Lowther

Only 6 decisions near Lowther in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Lowther in the last 24 months, from Westmorland and Furness Council's planning register.

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About Lowther

Lowther, a civil parish in Westmorland and Furness, Cumbria, encompasses several settlements, including Lowther Village, Newtown, Hackthorpe, Whale, and Melkinthorpe. Historically part of Westmorland, the parish had a population of 402 in the 2001 census, which rose to 465 by the 2011 census. This growth and the diverse local communities make Lowther an area of interest for planning applications and developments. The settlement has a population of approximately 415 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Eden district.

Property prices in Lowther show an average sale price of £325,145, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Lowther area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Lowther a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Lowther has 6 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Lowther planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Lowther, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Lowther.

The most common types were full planning applications (2), amendments (2), outline applications (1). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Lowther?
In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Lowther.
What types of planning applications are most common near Lowther?
The most common type of planning application near Lowther is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Lowther?
You can search and track planning applications near Lowther on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.